EPFO Update: Check Your PF Balance Instantly with Just a Message or Missed Call!

If you're a private sector employee contributing to the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF), there's great news for you! You can now check your PF balance instantly without any app or login hassles. The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has made it super easy through SMS and missed calls.

✅ Method 1: Missed Call to Know PF Balance

You can check your PF balance without internet — just a missed call will do the trick!

• Dial 9966044425 from your registered mobile number (linked with your EPF account)

• After a few seconds, you'll receive an SMS with your PF account balance

• No charges apply for this service

🟡 Ensure your UAN is linked to your mobile number to use this feature

✅ Method 2: SMS to Get PF Details

You can also get your PF information via a simple text message.

• Send an SMS to 7738299899

• Text format:
  EPFOHO ENG
  (Replace with your actual Universal Account Number)

• For example: EPFOHO 123456789012 ENG

• You will receive an SMS with your PF balance and latest contribution info

🔁 You can also get details in other languages like Hindi, Bengali, Telugu, etc., by replacing ‘ENG’ with the language code (e.g., ‘HIN’ for Hindi)

✅ Method 3: Check PF Balance via EPFO Portal

If you prefer to check online:

1. Visit the official EPFO portal: https://www.epfindia.gov.in

2. Go to ‘Our Services’ > ‘For Employees’

3. Click on ‘Member Passbook’

4. Log in using your UAN and password

5. View your passbook to check contributions and balance

✅ Method 4: Using the UMANG App

UMANG (Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance) offers another convenient way.

• Download the UMANG App (available on Android and iOS)

• Select ‘EPFO’ > ‘Employee-Centric Services’

• Enter your UAN and authenticate with OTP

• View your PF balance, passbook, and other services

📌 Things to Keep in Mind

• Your UAN must be activated and linked with your mobile number

• Make sure KYC details (Aadhaar, PAN, bank info) are updated for seamless access

• These methods work 24/7, making it easier for employees to stay informed

Conclusion:
No more waiting in lines or installing bulky apps! Whether you're at home or on the go, checking your EPF balance is just a message or missed call away. This initiative by EPFO makes it more convenient than ever for employees to monitor their retirement savings.

Stay informed. Stay secure. Check your PF balance today!